The Glitter Dome A Novel
The Glitter Dome A Novel by Joseph Wambaugh is a reissue published by Random House Publishing Group on May 1, 1992. This 352-page work presents a gritty exploration of life in Hollywood, focusing on the interactions between off-duty LAPD officers and the vibrant yet perilous atmosphere of a Chinatown bar. The narrative centers around homicide detectives Martin Welborn and Al Mackey as they investigate the murder of a Hollywood studio executive, delving into the complexities of crime and the entertainment industry.
Readers will find a blend of mystery, suspense, and elements of romance woven throughout the storyline. The novel captures the chaotic environment of the bar, run by a shrewd proprietor named Wing, and highlights the intertwining lives of groupies and police officers. As the detectives navigate the case, the book reveals the darker aspects of filmmaking and the dangers lurking beneath the surface of Hollywood’s glamorous facade.
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A grim look at the ugly underbelly of life as a Hollywood copy
It’s the wildest bar in Chinatown, run by a proprietor named Wing who will steal your bar change every chance he gets. On payday the groupies mingle there with off-duty LAPD cops, including homicide detectives Martin Welborn and Al Mackey, who get assigned the case of a murdered Hollywood studio boss who may have been involved in some very strange and dangerous filmmaking.
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